The President is resolved in confronting the threat posed by
Saddam Hussein's regime and is asking Congress to support his firm
stand.

Meanwhile, the UN Security Council must act to enforce its own
resolutions. The UN's credibility is at stake as it responds to the
President's call for international action to achieve Iraqi
disarmament.

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In the Middle East, Israel's recent actions in Ramallah have
not been helpful either in reducing terrorist violence or in promoting
Palestinian reforms.

The administration urges Israel to consider
carefully the consequences of its actions on reaching the vision for
peace in the region outlined by President Bush.
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